Grocery Clerk

Kroger; Petersburg (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Grocery Clerk to enhance customer experiences through exceptional service. This role involves assisting customers with product inquiries, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and ensuring product quality. The ideal candidate will embody the company's core values and contribute positively to a diverse team. With flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth, this part-time position is perfect for those looking to make a difference in their community while developing their careers in retail. Join a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and your potential is limitless.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and effective communication are essential.
• Basic math skills are required for handling transactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in discovering grocery items and inform them of specials.
• Maintain product quality and adhere to food safety regulations.
• Create a welcoming environment and manage conflict effectively.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department and monitor all established quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.

Responsibilities

1. Help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
2. Inform customers of food specials and recommend grocery items to ensure they get the products they want and need.
3. Check product quality to ensure freshness, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate action.
4. Provide customers with fresh and non-perishable grocery products they have ordered.
5. Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
6. Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
7. Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
8. Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are kept.
9. Maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and respond to questions and make suggestions about products.
10. Create a welcoming environment for customers by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and store.
11. Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and reporting unsafe conditions.
12. Practice preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and reporting repairs needed.
13. Notify management of customer or employee accidents.
14. Work cooperatively in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
15. Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational, and cooperative manner.
16. Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
17. Follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve issues.
18. Support and assist with interactions involving minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
19. Perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction)

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer Service skills
• Retail experience

About Us

Based in Indiana, Jay C merged with The Kroger Company in 1999. Today, we’re proudly serving Jay C customers in 22 stores throughout the state.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and each other, with food at the heart of it all.

People matter here. We strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing value and care to help you grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Jay C family!

What You’ll Receive From Us

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more. We’ll help you thrive with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave.
• Emotional and financial support through programs like Employee Assistance and Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on various purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career.
• Growth opportunities through training programs and career pathways.

For more info about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Retail